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mitchn99
Copper Contributor
Mar 22, 2026

Wifi not working after deleting capability access manager db

is there someone here with some computer windows know how - I was having a problem with the capability accessmanager database consuming all my hard drive space and so every bit of advice I found onli...
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cd-rom777
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Apr 03, 2026

We deleted the CapabilityAccessManager db-wal file in Safe Mode, as recommended by other forums. After that, the system could not detect any Wi-Fi networks. We attempted multiple fixes, including uninstalling the NIC and drivers, running the Windows troubleshooter, and resetting the network adapter.

We also saw that the Settings app would crash when navigating to Settings > System > Power, though it was unclear if this was related.

To resolve the issue, we used Settings > System > Recovery > Fix problems using Windows Update. After installing the repair version of 25H2, both Wi-Fi and the Settings app were functioning normally again.

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    Julianth
    Occasional Reader
    May 03, 2026

    I have the same problem and deleted the entire folder and now have no internet connection. How can I download from windows update if I cannot connect to the internet to do so?

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      cd-rom777
      Copper Contributor
      May 04, 2026

      If you don't have an ethernet connection, you'll need to repair Windows using the Media Creation Tool

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    phoenixapuk
    Copper Contributor
    Apr 25, 2026

    bro u are a life saver.. i too deleted capability access manager db wal file n my laptop couldn't detect any wifi networks after that.. i tried every solution.. im currently installing windows 25H2 as i type this.., My gut says this solution will definitely work.. so thanks a lot in advance ❤️